Trackless Trolley Tour - First in California

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Trackless Trolley Tour - First in California

Balloon Route Excursion - The Scenic Trackless Trolley Trip - 101 miles - one day - one dollar! Visiting 10 Beaches and 8 Cities, paralelling the mountains from Los Angeles to the Ocean, then 36 miles along the seashore. An ocean voyage on wheels - the first trackless trolley in America, connecting Sunset Boulevard with a new housing development, Bungalow Town, in Laurel Canyon. Built and operated by Laurel Canyon Utilities Company. Date: circa 1910s

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Step back in time with this image of the Trackless Trolley Tour, the first of its kind in America, winding its way through California during the 1910s. This unique mode of transportation offered an affordable and scenic alternative to traditional car travel, connecting Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles to the new housing development of Bungalow Town in Laurel Canyon. The Trackless Trolley, built and operated by the Laurel Canyon Utilities Company, was an unusual blend of land and sea travel. The trolley paralleled the mountains, providing breathtaking views of the landscape, before descending to the coast for a 36-mile journey along the seashore. This excursion was a one-day adventure that took tourists through ten beaches and eight cities, offering a glimpse into the beauty and diversity of California. With a ticket price of just one dollar, it was an affordable way to explore the Golden State and experience the wonders of the ocean and the mountains in one unforgettable day. The Trackless Trolley was an electric-powered carriage, designed to traverse the rugged terrain of the canyon and the sandy beaches with ease. Its innovative design and scenic route made it a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors from near and far to experience the ocean voyage on wheels. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit of the early 20th century, and a reminder of the unique travel experiences that have shaped American history.

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